"THINGS"

do not cause deadly acts.  Symbols, people's deep seeded hatred, culture and mental health issues do.  We live in a country where there is so much talk about controlling  things.  We should focus on the root causes.  We need to examine our attitudes and challenge ourselves to stand up to jokes and comments that go against our humanity.  In the past, we have made "hate" a standard acceptable belief.  It is not!  Lots of "things" can be used to fuel this destruction.  When will we choose to respond?  What will we do next?  We need to stand up even when it is uncomfortable, and do it now!  Our society's future hangs in the balance!